Description

Copper 1865 Three Cent NickelPR62 Red and Brown, Judd-413

1865 3C Three Cents, Judd-413, Pollock-484, R.5, PR62 Red and
Brown PCGS. From regular issue dies, but struck in copper with
a plain edge. The date is repunched west, identical to that seen on
issued 1865 proofs. Presumably made to demonstrate the new designs
prior to large-scale production of the series. A well struck and
attractive specimen with rose-red and olive-brown toning. A small
strike-through (as made) is noted near the nose. Housed in a green
label holder.Ex: West Palm Beach FUN (Heritage, 7/2007), lot 2244. (NGC ID# 29J2, PCGS# 70594)